Almeida Theatre Artistic Director Rupert Goold talks to Sir Richard Eyre about his time at the National Theatre, how he feels theatre has evolved since then and what challenges, trials and joyous rewards there are in leading an ambitious theatre company.

Almeida Theatre, London, Tuesday 24 November, 6pm.

Full details on the Almeida Theatre website.

The leading actor talks to theatre critic Libby Purves about Year of the Fat Knight: The Falstaff Diaries, an in-depth account of performing the iconic role and a unique portrait of the RSC at work.

Richard Eyre is interviewed by Kate Mosse at HighTide Festival.

Antony Sher discusses his latest book Year of the Fat Knight, about playing Shakespeare's Falstaff for the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Richard Eyre talks about his latest book, What Do I Know?, at the Chalke Valley History Festival.

Join musical theatre stars Louise Dearman and Mark Evans as they launch their new book, Secrets of Stage Success, at the Theatre Cafe, 66 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, on Saturday 20 June, 10am-11am.

Richard Eyre talks about his latest book, What Do I Know?, on the Telegraph Stage at Hay-on-Wye.

Antony Sher talks to Sue MacGregor about his new book Year of the Fat Knight, on his experience of playing Falstaff.

Antony Sher talks to Al Senter about his new book Year of the Fat Knight, on his experience of playing Falstaff.

Antony Sher introduces his new book Year of the Fat Knight, on his experience of playing Falstaff. Followed by a book signing.

Playwright Sam Holcroft talks about her new play, Rules for Living, with director Marianne Elliott in a National Theatre Platform on Thursday 26 March at 6.30pm.

Playwright Tanya Ronder talks about her adaptation of Dara with director Nadia Fall in a National Theatre Platform on Wednesday 18 March at 6pm.

Andy Johnson, experienced actor, director and drama teacher and author of The Excellent Audition Guide, will be hosting workshops on auditioning and the application process at Perform in London, in association with DramaUK.

Covering everything from choosing monologues and brushing up vocal skills to being true to yourself and making fear your friend, this is an invaluable session for anyone thinking of applying for drama school.

Part of the 'PERFORM talks' series.

Saturday 14 February from 10.45 - 11.30.

Repeated Sunday 15 February from 13.45 - 14.30.

Following the workshop Andy will be available for 1-to-1 advisory sessions. These sessions are strictly limited and must be booked in advance.

Join award-winning theatre designer Michael Pavelka, founder member of Propeller Theatre and author of So You Want To Be A Theatre Designer?, for an exploration of what theatre designers do. An IdeasTap Spa event on Thursday 12 Feb, 7pm-9pm.

Experienced actor Denis Lawson (New Tricks, Local Hero, Bleak House) draws on his years of experience to provide an accessible insight into acting for film and TV. Join Denis in this practical workshop where he will have you up on your feet!

There will also be time at the end for Q&A on acting for camera, whether in a drama series, soap, sitcom or film. Denis will take the actor’s point of view, offering encouragement & enlightenment, as well as being candid about some of the more inane procedures!

Denis will be signing copies of his book The Actor and the Camera after the workshop. To book tickets for this session, click here.

A seminar for actors who want to develop a ‘can do’ attitude to their profession in the face of rejection and intense competition. This seminar will suggest ways of feeling empowered, sustaining belief and realistically carving out a career.

Led by Andrew Tidmarsh, the co-author of An Attitude for Acting: How to Survive (and Thrive) as an Actor. Andrew will be signing copies of his book after the session. To book tickets, click here.

Playwright Tena Štivičić talks to Misha Glenny about her new play, 3 Winters, in a National Theatre Platform in the Lyttelton Theatre on Friday 30 January at 6pm.

Join Twitter personality West End Producer for an afternoon of advice, merriment and mince pies at IdeasTap HQ in London Bridge. 11 December, 3-5pm.

Award-winning NHB writer Lucy Kirkwood will talk about her stage and television work followed by a Q&A in a Masterclass session at the Theatre Royal, Haymarket, in the West End.

Masterclass sessions are free to those aged 30 and under. Tickets are £10 for any over 30s wishing to attend. See the Masterclass website for more details.